Employment law
Employment issues affect more than contractual rights. They can influence a person's livelihood, reputation and future, while also affecting the stability, culture and direction of a business.
Understanding what matters
We advise employers, employees and senior executives on the legal and practical issues that arise throughout the employment relationship.
Whether the matter concerns the beginning of a working relationship, a workplace difficulty, a proposed termination or contested proceedings, we begin by listening carefully and understanding what the client wants and needs to achieve.
How we can assist
We prepare and review employment contracts, service agreements, workplace rules, confidentiality provisions, restrictive covenants and other arrangements governing the employment relationship. Clear and carefully considered documents can establish expectations, protect legitimate interests and reduce the likelihood of future disputes.
The end of an employment relationship requires particular care. We advise on termination rights and procedures, notice, severance, accrued entitlements, negotiated departures and the legal and practical consequences of the available options.
We represent employers and employees in disputes concerning dismissal, unpaid salary or benefits, severance, commissions, workplace obligations, contractual breaches and other employment-related claims. Where agreement cannot be reached, we provide careful and determined representation before the Labour Court and in appellate proceedings.
The appointment or departure of a director, senior executive or key employee may involve questions extending beyond ordinary employment law, including corporate authority, confidentiality, fiduciary responsibilities, shareholder interests and commercial reputation. We provide discreet advice with careful regard for the client’s wider legal, commercial and reputational interests.
Restructuring, changes in ownership, financial pressure or a new commercial direction may require difficult decisions affecting employees. We help businesses understand their obligations, assess the available approaches and implement necessary changes with clarity, fairness and proper attention to risk.
Our approach
For employers, this means helping the business make sound decisions while respecting its legal obligations and protecting its legitimate interests. For employees and executives, it means understanding what is at stake personally and professionally and providing clear advice about their rights, options and likely outcomes.
We examine the relevant documents, communications and history of the relationship; identify the legal and practical issues; and explain the available courses of action in straightforward terms. Our advice includes a realistic assessment of cost, timing, risk and likely benefit, enabling the client to make an informed decision.
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This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Employment rights and obligations depend upon the agreement, the surrounding circumstances and the law applicable to the particular relationship.
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